Associate Production Scientist -12 Hr Night Shift

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Sheboygan Falls, WI

31d•$27 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Your Role: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Perform manufacturing operations, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment Meet production goals while maintaining rigorous quality standards and documentation Support all aspects of the manufacturing area, including equipment, materials, and inventory Communicate operational updates and deviations effectively across teams and to leadership Engage in inter-departmental projects and external quality audits Utilize technical expertise to troubleshoot issues and drive continuous process improvements Develop and refine operating procedures and train team members Conduct and analyze product evaluations to ensure specifications are met Shift/Hours: 12-hour night shift, 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM - 2/2/3 schedule (M/T on, W/R off, F/S/S on, M/T off, W/R on, F/S/S off, repeat Physical Attributes: Wear an air helmet, respirator mask, safety shoes, rubber apron, chemical protective suits and gloves, safety glasses and goggles to protect from toxic or corrosive chemicals Work in occasional wet, humid abnormally hot or cold environment Sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, or crouch for long periods of time Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Work with and in proximity of hazardous chemicals Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision and the ability to adjust focus Use a range of office, laboratory, and manufacturing equipment Work near moving mechanical parts

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other Life Science or Engineering discipline
High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years of work experience in a chemical production, laboratory or chemical engineering role

Nice To Haves

Experience with chemical handling
Experience with chemical reactions and hazards
Experience with ISO and quality systems
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
Ability to read and understand written protocols
Detail oriented and excellent multitasking ability
Strong problem solving and equipment troubleshooting skills
Strong oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Perform manufacturing operations, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment
Meet production goals while maintaining rigorous quality standards and documentation
Support all aspects of the manufacturing area, including equipment, materials, and inventory
Communicate operational updates and deviations effectively across teams and to leadership
Engage in inter-departmental projects and external quality audits
Utilize technical expertise to troubleshoot issues and drive continuous process improvements
Develop and refine operating procedures and train team members
Conduct and analyze product evaluations to ensure specifications are met